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Bronx Gang Member Charged with 2015 Murder

March 23, 2021
… will continue to work together to keep our communities safe from such criminals and the dangerous activity and violence … New York. *                *                * Goland, 29, from the Bronx, New York, is charged with one count of …
March 23, 2021
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Several Million Dollars’ Worth of Narcotics Including Fentanyl Seized in Mount Vernon

April 26, 2021
… into our communities.” The NYDETF comprises personnel from the DEA, New York City Police Department and New York … were executed by the NYSP and NYPD with assistance from the DEA. NYSP K-9 Liam also assisted. The charges are …
April 26, 2021
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Catskill physician receives 54 months in prison for distribution of opioids, health care fraud, aggravated identify theft, and obstruction of justice

March 06, 2020
… of supervised release, to be served following her release from prison.  In sentencing Mabry, Judge D’Agostino … 11.  This case was investigated by the DEA, with assistance from the New York Bureau of Narcotic Enforcement, and was …
March 06, 2020
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Saratoga County drug dealer pleads guilty to overdose death

November 26, 2019
… made it evidently clear that no town is immune from the deadly consequences of fentanyl,” said Special … he sold controlled substances, including furanyl fentanyl, from his residence in Saratoga Springs. Early on Feb. 3, …
November 26, 2019
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Nine members of trafficking organization charged with distributing heroin, fentanyl and cocaine out of auto body shops

February 27, 2019
… in Charge Donovan. “DEA’s goal is to keep the public safe from the dangers of drug abuse. One way of doing that is to … of multiple auto body shops and garages in the Bronx, N.Y.  From 2015 to February 2019, the DTO is estimated to have …
February 27, 2019
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Fatal overdose in Manhattan leads to arrest of alleged drug dealer in Miami

October 03, 2018
… will continue to target and charge drug dealers that profit from the lethal opioid epidemic that is killing so many … and the DEA Tactical Diversion Squad-NY, comprising agents from the DEA, the NYPD, the New York State Police, New York …
October 03, 2018
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Member of Violent Gang Pleads Guilty to Racketeering and Firearm and Drug Trafficking Offenses

February 05, 2025
… across his chest – law enforcement had recovered firearms from similar bags in the past. During a search of Darosa’s … in the same location. This co-located model enables agents from different agencies to collaborate on …
February 05, 2025
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New Haven Gang Member Involved in 2021 Murder Sentenced to More Than 20 Years in Federal Prison

February 05, 2025
… themselves with the word “Honcho,” which is derived from the street name of an Exit 8 member who was murdered on … Exit 8 members and associates also stole vehicles, at times from outside of the state, and used those stolen vehicles …
February 05, 2025
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Info for Teens

December 11, 2024
… Info for Teens Peers Speak Out Teens from Maryland Teens from California Info for Teens Using prescription pills that …
December 11, 2024
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Braintree Man Sentenced To 15 Years In Prison For Drug Trafficking And Money Laundering Charges

October 29, 2024
… also purchased over $465,000 worth of methamphetamine from Alkayisi between January and May 2021. O’Hearn … of cocaine, ketamine, MDMA and other controlled substances from O’Hearn’s residence. Over $213,000 in cash was also …
October 29, 2024
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Washington Man Sentenced to 10 Years in Prison for Role as “Right Hand Man” in Deadly Drug Distribution Ring

October 25, 2024
… A few weeks later, Ibarra-Valle was stopped returning from a drug run to California. In the car authorities found … have been sentenced, with a range of sentences from time served, to over six years in prison. Garcia is the …
October 25, 2024
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Member Of Violent Gang Pleads Guilty To Racketeering And Drug Trafficking Offenses

October 08, 2024
… and cocaine base (crack cocaine) to cooperating witnesses. From February 2021 to March 2022, Taylor worked with other … in the same location. This co-located model enables agents from different agencies to collaborate on …
October 08, 2024
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On National Fentanyl Prevention and Awareness Day, DEA Encourages Communities to Continue Education Efforts

August 21, 2024
… (CDC) predicts that more than 107,543 people died last year from a drug poisoning or overdose, and according to a … Corporation, 42 percent of Americans know someone who died from a drug-related death.  “By arming people with …
August 21, 2024
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Drug Trafficker Involved in High-Speed Chase with Spokane Police Sentenced to Federal Prison

August 15, 2024
… arranged a controlled purchase of methamphetamine from the organization.  When agents went to the location … Carillo-Nava attempted to escape responsibility by running from police,” stated U.S. Attorney Waldref. “Working with …
August 15, 2024
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Cartel-Linked Minnesotan Indicted for Operating a Mexico-Based Drug Trafficking Operation

August 06, 2024
… At the time, Ward was selling methamphetamine from his hotel room to various customers. Within weeks of … Cartel and CJNG Cartels.  According to court documents, from January 2019 until his arrest in March 2024, Ward …
August 06, 2024
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New Haven Gang Member Involved in Several Shootings Sentenced to 14 Years in Federal Prison

July 29, 2024
… themselves with the word “Honcho,” which is derived from the street name of an Exit 8 member who was murdered on … Exit 8 members and associates also stole vehicles, at times from outside of the state, and used those stolen vehicles …
July 29, 2024
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OptumRx Agrees to Pay $20M to Resolve Allegations that It Filled Opioid Prescriptions in Violation of the Controlled Substances Act

June 27, 2024
… these trinity prescriptions, which OptumRx filled primarily from a mail order pharmacy location in Carlsbad, California, … are the last line of defense protecting the public from potentially dangerous and addictive medications,” said …
June 27, 2024
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Former Corrections Officer Sentenced To Probation For Attempting To Smuggle Narcotics Into Prison

June 26, 2024
… and that DeJesus used to coordinate drug distribution from inside the jail. DeJesus pleaded guilty in June 2024 … in the same location. This co-located model enables agents from different agencies to collaborate on …
June 26, 2024
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Johnston Man Sentenced to Ten Years in Federal Prison for Trafficking Thousands of Fentanyl Pills

June 02, 2024
… hearing, King was ordered to forfeit proceeds derived from his drug trafficking activities to include a Jaguar XF … by the Rhode Island Drug Task Force, comprised of personnel from the DEA; Internal Revenue Service Criminal …
June 02, 2024
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Defendants Charged with Distributing Fentanyl that Resulted in Overdose Death of Carlsbad Woman

May 22, 2024
… Valley. One minute prior, a 911 call had been placed from the victim’s phone, in which a male individual reported … the bathroom floor. A San Diego Police officer pulled D.G. from the bathroom, determined she was not breathing, and …
May 22, 2024
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Defendant Charged with Distributing Fentanyl that Resulted in Overdose Deaths of Two People

April 26, 2024
… bond. San Diego Police officers along with investigators from the Drug Enforcement Administration’s Overdose Response … found inside Sargent’s backpack and duffel bag recovered from the scene. A subsequent search by investigators of …
April 26, 2024
PRESS RELEASE

DEA’s National Prescription Drug Take Back Day is This Saturday!

April 26, 2024
… Prescription Drug Take Back Day on Saturday, April 27, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. This event aims to remove unneeded prescriptions from homes to help prevent medication misuse by offering …
April 26, 2024
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New Hampshire Man Pleads Guilty To Drug Trafficking Charges

April 04, 2024
… investigators arrested Watson and seized multiple weapons from his vehicle, as well as a loaded firearm from his residence.  Watson is the eighth defendant to plead …
April 04, 2024
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Albuquerque Man Sentenced for Maintaining a Drug-Involved Premises at Motel

March 27, 2024
… Best Choice Inn, Kamal Bhula, 44, of Albuquerque, profited from in a kickback scheme that required drug traffickers and … Administration investigated this case with assistance from the New Mexico Attorney General’s Office, the …
March 27, 2024
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Waterbury Woman Receives Prison Time for Role in Drug Ring

March 28, 2024
… documents and statements made in court, this matter stems from a DEA New Haven Task Force and Waterbury Police … was intercepted on a wiretap ordering heroin and fentanyl from Duprey, which she then distributed to her drug …
March 28, 2024
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Windsor Man Sentenced to 70 Months in Federal Prison for Trafficking Counterfeit Oxycodone Pills Containing Fentanyl

March 19, 2024
… pills containing fentanyl, and other controlled substances, from a source of supply on the west coast of the U.S., and … The DEA Tactical Diversion Squad is composed of personnel from the DEA and the Bristol, East Windsor, Hamden, New …
March 19, 2024
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Six Augusta-Area Defendants Indicted on Separate Firearms, Drug Charges

March 08, 2022
… of a Firearm by a Convicted Felon. Smith sped away from an attempted traffic stop Feb. 12, 2021, by a Richmond …
March 08, 2022
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Jacksonville Pharmacist, Pharmacy Owner Admit to Charges Related to Illegally Filling Drug Prescriptions Issued by South Georgia Doctor

January 20, 2022
… coats and fill prescriptions. Thanks to a concerted effort from our law enforcement partners, south Georgia and its … is being held to account.” As described in court documents, from on or about Oct. 9, 2014 to June 13, 2017, in Camden …
January 20, 2022
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Rome-Area Drug Traffickers Sentenced for Distributing Deadly Opioids that Killed Victims

October 20, 2021
… has suffered the loss of literally thousands of citizens from the use and abuse of fentanyl and unfortunately Rome is … Circle K bathroom, where he injected the drugs he purchased from Brown, resulting in his death. The substance Brown sold …
October 20, 2021
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Key Figure in Laurens County Drug Trafficking Conspiracy Sentenced to Federal Prison

September 20, 2021
… partners present a united front to protect our communities from the scourge of drug abuse.” “This defendant, along with … in our fight to remove violent, drug-dealing criminals from our neighborhoods.” “Laurens County residents can take …
September 20, 2021